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Best Informational Picture Books of 2018

CHILDREN'S

FLYING DEEP

by Michelle Cusolito ; illustrated by Nicole Wong

An appealing, exhilarating, and informative vicarious journey of discovery. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

MEMPHIS, MARTIN, AND THE MOUNTAINTOP

by Alice Faye Duncan ; illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

Encapsulates the bravery, intrigue, and compassion that defined a generation, presenting a history that everyone should... Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE BOO-BOOS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD

by Barry Wittenstein ; illustrated by Chris Hsu

Appealingly designed and illustrated, an engaging, fun story about the inspiration and inventor of that essential staple of... Full review >

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